[captbone]

If you can, then diesel is the greatest way. If you are going with I/O then go with the Bravo 2 because it is built like a tank. You will lose a few mph but it will last a life time. The bravo 3 is just too complex and 2 wheels on it are really only good for cruising, not fishing. As far as the outboards go, if you go new check out the new 250 yamaha hpdi, the new 4 stroke suzuki 250 or even the 250 Evinrude. Also forget everything you heard about the Evinrude in the past few years, today they are amazing. Just my 2 cents.